Walden

August 24, 2017

E.Q: Identify themes in transcendental writing and connect it to real life.

Obj: I can identify themes in transcendental writing and connect it to real life. 

Starter: 

Free Write Friday 

Your response should be a half page, double spaced.

Vocabulary: 

Word: Universal Theme

Part of Speech: Noun

Dictionary Definition: Idea that applies to anyone regardless of cultural differences, or geographic location. Universal themes are ways to connect ideas across all disciplines. It is a central idea about the human condition.

Your Definition: 

Activity: Give an example of a universal theme.

Activity

1.  Themes from Yesterday

What was the theme you identified in your paragraphs yesterday and why did you select that theme/idea?

2.  Walden 

Read and annotate pages 132-134.

Discussion Questions

Determine whether you agree with Thoreau's ideas.  Why or why not?

How do the ideas connect to present day?

 Identify a major theme.

Think Questions 

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3.  Theme

With a partner you will create a graphic organizer for Walden.

Main Topic

Walden

SubTopics

Summary

Subject of Work (What is it about?)

Truths or Insights Learned

Theme Explained with Quote

Images

At least TWO images.

Closure: 

How confident do you feel identifying theme?